FACE TIME

Tonight--"China: Policy, Investment and Telecommunications." A panel of experts from the U.S.-China Business Council, the Telecommunications Industry Association, Lucent Technologies Inc. and GTE Corp. will discuss the political, economic and commercial factors that affect the telecommunications sector in China.

Tomorrow--"An Inside Look: Silicon Boys and Their Valley of Dreams." Author and Newsweek journalist David Kaplan will discuss how Silicon Valley become what is today, and how those lessons can be applied to develop the local digital economy.

Monday--TechNite '99. The 10th anniversary of TechNite will spotlight 10 up-and-coming Baltimore area technology companies and celebrate the Greater Baltimore Technology Council's new status as an independent organization.

Wednesday--"The Killer Business Plan: How to Write a Plan to Attract Capital." The guest speaker, Edward Spiva, will discuss the characteristics of a "killer" business plan from the vantage point of a successful venture capitalist who evaluates hundreds of plans each year.

Wednesday--"Leading With Vision." Washington Capitals owner and America Online Inc. mogul Ted Leonsis will share his insights on hockey and the Internet at this kick-off event for the Fairfax County Chamber's Fame Series.